Fetching Stamps

Getting Caught Up....

2012-02-09T06:00:00.002-05:00

My scrapbook friends know that I try to scrapbook a two page spread for each month of the year. I then, make two more sets to give to my mom and my mother-in-law. It was a great idea when we (my sister and sisters-in-law) started doing this a few years ago... but now I am so far behind, I am trying not to feel overwhelmed. So, if a lot of time passes between my blogging posts, just send good thoughts my way that I am getting a lot of scrapbooking accomplished. I tend to labor over my pages. Often I wish I was speedy like my friend Tracy--she can whip out pages like no one, and they are all fantastic!

The Love Impressions designer series paper is on the Clearance Rack right now! You can get this fantastic set of paper (12 sheets) for only $4.79 with preferred pricing. The matching rub-ons are only $1.59. You can check out the clearance rack HERE. Send me an email, or call with any questions. Also, if you would ever like to scrapbook with me, just let me know. It is so much more fun to scrapbook with friends!

Stampin' Up! Products:

Clearance Rack: Love Impressions Rub-Ons (121886), Love Impressions Specialty Designer Series Paper (121780)

Cardstock: Basic Gray, Whisper White, Real Red

Ink: Real Red

Stamps: I {Heart} Hearts

Other: Big Shot, Scalloped Heart of Hearts Embosslits Die, Heart to Heart Punch, Real Red 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon, White uni-ball Signo Gel Pen

Glitz and Glimmer

2012-02-08T06:00:00.001-05:00

I saw a little girl's shirt which inspired me to make this card. It's terrible, when I am not making something, I am thinking about making something.... Sometimes I feel I see the world through card-shaped glasses!
This shirt was streaked with bright pink, orange and yellow with rhinestone hearts all over. Here, I have tried to recreate the look by going direct to the paper with Melon Mambo, Pumpkin Pie and Daffodil Delight ink pads. I used sticky notes in between the stripes to maintain a clean white area. The heart is over-the-top with shimmer! After punching the heart, I gave it a coating of Versamark, Heat & Stick powder, and Dazzling Diamonds. Surrounding the heart with Basic Rhinestones gave it even more sparkle. The sentiment is coated exactly like the heart with Dazzling Diamonds. If you like sparkles, this is certainly a great way to get your fix!

Supplies:

Card stock: Melon Mambo, Glossy White

Ink: Melon Mambo, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight, Versamark

Other: Heat Tool, Heat & Stick Powder, Dazzling Diamonds, Basic Rhinestones, 5/8" Organza Ribbon, Stampin' Dimensionals

So old, it's vintage!

2012-02-07T09:00:00.000-05:00

If you are in our local demonstrator group, you will recognize this card from awhile ago. I made this card for a card swap we had at one of our demonstrator meetings. I love antiques and the vintage look, but I struggle with making a vintage-style card. What do you think? Does it look vintage, or soiled? This card uses the I {Heart} Hearts set and the Broadsheet Alphabet set. I love the clear blocks for stamping letters--simply line up all of the letters on one block, and stamp once to get the desired word.

I photographed this card several times and still am not sure I like the way it appears. The colors are very soft, and I struggled with the lighting. I think I may have to build a light box if I am going to continue posting pictures of cards. If you have any suggestions, let me know! :)

As always, let me know if you have any questions.

Sending Lots of Love

2012-02-06T09:00:00.004-05:00

Happy Monday! I am on a roll with oldies but goodies. Here is another Valentine that needs a good home besides mine!

I have had this card sitting around for such a long time. I was so happy with the way it turned out, that I just couldn't put it in the mail. There are not a lot of details to explain. The base is a standard A2 card with the top corners rounded and a small piece cut away from the bottom to form the legs of the mail box. The rest of the mail box is made with layered rectangles, small circle punches for the rivets and the Word Window punch for the handle. The key to making the mailbox look realistic is the sponging. I used blue on the edges and white in the center areas to resemble oxidization. The sentiment, "Sending extra love your way," from the Messages for Mom stamp set goes perfect with this card.
Email me if you have any questions!

Punch Monkey!

2012-02-05T15:00:00.000-05:00

Here is another card I have had sitting around for awhile... Since Valentine's day is just around the corner, I can't wait to put this in the mail.

I originally made this as a birthday card for my niece who loves monkeys. Her version was pink and green with lots of flowers. Here, I have used hearts with Real Red card stock to make it perfect for Valentine's day.

List of the punches used on the monkey:
Monkey face: Extra-large oval
Ears: 3/4" circle
Body: Large oval
Arms and legs: Extra-wide oval (punch a second time to get a thin oval sliver)
Hands and feet: Boho Blossoms
Tail: branch from the Bird Builder punch.

I have you any questions, feel free to send me an email. I will be happy to give you more detailed instructions.

Hello,.. is it me you're looking for?

2012-02-04T11:11:00.001-05:00

Well, maybe not...
But, if you're looking from me.. here I am!

I had to take a hiatus from blogging for awhile and went "underground."

After not blogging for awhile, I decided I missed it. I have never been one to keep a journal, and this is the closest thing I have to one. I am able to record my projects here, and then I don't mind if I give them away. Which, by the way, is the whole purpose of making things, isn't it?

While I may not be a consistent blogger, I do like to share with you what I do. I hope you enjoy my inconsistent posts and when you have time, let me know what is going on in your world along the way. If you don't hear from me for awhile, it probably means I am studying for some classes that I am taking right now. (And yes, this is also a great way to procrastinate my studying!)

I haven't been doing a lot of card making lately, but I am trying to get caught up on scrapbooking. Eventually, I will post some of my pages. In the meantime, here is a card that I haven't posted, so I thought I would share it with you. If you would like the details, send me an email and I will send the instructions to you.

Tom Turkey Translation

2011-11-04T14:57:00.000-04:00

I sometimes find myself looking at the world in terms of cards. This card is one example... I saw a sweatshirt here that I thought would translate into a fun card, so here is my translation. He is a bit quirky. I laugh whenever I see a flock of turkeys. I think real turkeys are probably a bit quirky too!

The head is made using the Top Note die with the Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder. The remaining parts are quickly punched using the punches listed below.

Give me a call or email if you would like to stamp with me!

Have a great day!

~Jana~

Supplies:

Card stock: Cajun Craze, More Mustard, Cherry Cobbler, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Basic Black

Ink: Chocolate Chip
Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes
Punches: Petite Pennants Builder, Blossom Petals Builder, 1" Circle, 3/4" Circle
Other: Big Shot, Top Note Die, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder Punch, White gel pen

Happy Birthday Doily.

2011-11-03T23:15:00.000-04:00

Here is a bright and fun birthday card using the Delicate Doilies stamp set....

I love how this set can be used to make one-of-a-kind backgrounds or stylish focal points on cards or scrapbook pages. Here, I have used the set to make a background on the Whisper White card stock in Daffodil Delight, Lucky Limeade and Pacific Point inks. The medallion is made using the Perfect Pennants Die with the Happy Birthday stamp from the Happiest Birthday Wishes hostess set. I can't wait to use this stamp set for Christmas cards. Yes...Christmas is right around the corner. I had better get to work stamping Christmas cards soon!

Give me a call or email if you would like to stamp with me!

Have a great day!

~Jana~

Supplies:

Card stock: Whisper White, Lucky Limeade, Pacific Point, Daffodil Delight

Ink: Lucky Limeade, Pacific Point, Daffodil Delight
Stamps: Delicate Doilies, Happiest Birthday Wishes (hostess set)
Other: Big Shot, Perfect Pennants Die, Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch, 1-3/4" Scallop Circle Punch, 1-3/8" Circle Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals

Baby Shower Onesie

2011-11-02T14:52:00.001-04:00

Last weekend there was a baby shower for my cousin. Regretfully, I didn't get to go since it was in Indiana and I'm in Pennsylvania. I heard it was a lot of fun, and I'm so sad I had to miss it! However, I did have a lot of fun making the card to send with the gift. I bought the most adorable little handmade hat at a craft booth in Ligonier during Fort Ligonier Days. I should have taken a picture of the hat, since I made the card to match. However, I did not take a picture so you are going to have to take my word that the hat was adorable!

You can find many tutorials for this type of card, but the one I used is here.

I used Whisper White cardstock with the Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder. The Poppy Parade Designer Series Paper is from the retired hostess In-Color Pack. This card came together in a flash and is so cute. I will definitely be making this card again!

Give me a call or email if you would like to stamp with me!

Have a great day!

~Jana~

Mirror, Mirror. What's goin' on?

2011-11-01T21:19:00.000-04:00

Yes, I am a terrible blogger..
I thought when school started, I would have more time.

Well, obviously, I was wrong! School started and my schedule became even more hectic! I haven't forgotten about stamping!! I dream about it all the time! Here is a project I had floating in my mind for awhile. I bought this mirror at the local dollar store and knew I could jazz it up somehow. It sat by my desk for months until a few weeks ago when I decided I needed to clear out some ~~junk~~ supplies. Here is the transformation...

I cut a square of of designer series paper to fit

I brought out the Modge Podge and went to work. The mirror needed a little pizazz, so I stamped the flowers in Whisper White craft ink and heat embossed with white embossing powder.

The finished mirror is a new accessory for our blue bathroom. It's hard to believe this was once an ugly little dollar store mirror!

Thinking of Flowers...

2011-08-20T17:20:00.000-04:00

Normally I don't really like August. It's too hot, and our grass is usually dry and brown. However, this year, our yard is lush and green. Unlike many other states, we have had plenty of rain and the plants and flowers are beautiful. (Although, in my garden, the weeds are doing quite well also!) I love bright flowers, with purple, orange, and red being one of my favorite color combinations. I took that combination and chose Poppy Parade and Concord Crush to make today's project.

In this card, I kept it bright and simple, using the Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch. To make it stand out even more, I layered the flower on top of a window sheet and used Stampin' Dimensionals between each layer. The stem is from the Bold Blossom Set, and the words are from Swirls and Curls Verses.

Have a great weekend! I am off to get ready for a sleepover Andy is having tonight. Nine-year-old boys and a video game tournament--I really don't think they will need me for anything other than pizza! :)

Simply Newlyweds

2011-08-12T00:21:00.007-04:00

This card uses the new hostess set, Simply Soft. When I saw this set, I was drawn to the beautiful flower images. It is a two-step stampin' set, which is one of my favorite types of stamps. (In case you're not sure what that means, the set has two stamps for each image. One is the line art, and the other is the solid fill-in color.) The Stamp-a-ma-jig makes lining up the stamps super easy and fool-proof! I have to admit, I love the Stamp-a-ma-jig! Yes, I am addicted to it! I have even been known to use it to stamp my personalized stamp on the card back. (shh, don't tell anyone!)

I also used the new Fancy Fan Letterpress plate. I really wanted this card to sparkle, so I ran the letterpress plate through the Big Shot with Versamark ink and embossed it with Iridescent Ice embossing powder. I can't wait to use this technique again with different colored card stock to make some great glittery backgrounds.

Another new product that I used on this card is the Lace Ribbon Border punch. This punch makes a fantastic large doily-like border. Not only is it a great element on a card, but it will be a great addition to scrapbook pages.

If you like this card, give me a call to join a stamp club. We meet to stamp, laugh and make some great projects. Or, if you would just like to order supplies, drop me a line and I can take care of all of your card making and scrap booking needs.

Thanks for stopping by!

WooHoo!! It's a new catalog!!

2011-06-28T23:00:00.000-04:00

On Friday, July 1, the new catalog will be up and ready for all orders!! I can't wait!! To celebrate I am having a new catalog kick-off. Check out the flyer for all of the details.

New Catalog Kick-off

EXCLUSIVE

Buy one Get one FREE!!

Come to this special one day ONLY event!

Shop from all of my collector's items, and retired product,

and every dollar that you spend in my "store"

you will get for FREE out of the new catalog!!!

YOU GET BRAND NEW FOR FREE!

First come, FIRST serve basis!!

Friday, July 15

4pm-6pm OR 7pm-9pm

My house:

6 Pheasant Run Dr, Export 15632

Cost: 10.00 includes 4 make ‘n takes featuring ALL new products and colors!

There will be lots of stamps, papers, ribbons, buttons, brads and MORE!!!

Oh yea, and there will be snacks and prizes too!

RSVP By July 12th to Jana Fetch 724-733-0739 or fetchingstamps@windstream.net

Mail $10 registration to 6 Pheasant Run Dr, Export PA 15632

Please specify which session you would like to attend

Can’t wait to see you on the 15^th!!

Card Clutch

2011-05-24T20:21:00.000-04:00

Hi! I am back, and I have a really easy and neat project to show you. I was looking for a nice way to present a package of handmade cards for a gift, and I think this purse fits the bill! All you need is one sheet of designer series paper, a little card stock trim, and you are done! Of course, you can always add a punch, or flower, or two! This is just one of the projects we will be making tomorrow night at our stamp club. In case you are interested, I will be starting another club that will meet monthly. Call or email for the details. Stamp Club is an awesome time filled with laughter, crafty projects, laughter, and of course stamping! As an added bonus, if you sign up with a friend who is a new customer, I will give you a $20 gift certificate!
Thanks for stopping by! ~Jana

Supplies used in the Card Clutch:

Paper:Sweet & Sour Specialty Designer Series Paper, Pumpkin Pie and Rose Red card stock

Stamps: Perfect Punches

Ink: Rose Red

Other: 2 3/8" Scallop Circle Extra-Large Punch, Round Tab Extra-Large Punch, Flower Designer Brad, Clear Rhinestone Brad

A Bright Birthday

2011-03-14T09:46:00.000-04:00

This time change is not sitting well with me. It is only 9, and I am dragging!! Maybe a nap will fit in my day somewhere??
Well, if this card doesn't perk me up, I don't know what will. My son needed a birthday card for a fellow nine-year-old and asked me to make one. Nine year old boys....hmmm. I didn't have the perfect stamp set that would appeal to these guys, so I just started punching so see what happened. What do you think? My thirteen-year-old daughter liked it so much that she made two similar cards to give to her friends.

Have a great day! If you need any stampin' supplies, click here. If you would like to get together with some friends for a girls craft night, let me know. I love planning projects for parties!

Supplies:
Card stock: Real Red, Tempting Turquoise, Pacific Point Daffodil Delight, Whisper White (100730)
Ink: Jet Black StazOn, Real Red Stampin' Write Marker
Stamps: Bring on the Cake (clear mount, 121958)
Other:Glimmer Brights Brad, Real Red 5/8" Satin Ribbon, 1-1/4" Square Large Punch, 1-3/8" Square Extra-Large Punch, 1/2" Circle Small Punch, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack, 3/16" Corner Small Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals.

I {Love} Love

2011-02-05T15:10:00.000-05:00

Happy Saturday! I am sitting inside my warm house while the rain and fog are making the outdoors so undesirable! This is definitely a day to stay inside and make cards!

Here is another card made with the I {Love} Love wheel. I can't believe I waited so long to use wheels. They are so much fun, and so easy to use! I made sure when I rolled the wheel that I had the heart image in a location where I could showcase it with a punched heart. I found that the Heart to Heart Extra-Large punch works perfectly for this image! Here, I used Rich Razzleberry, and added some dots around the edge with the uni-ball Signo Gel Pen. And, the bitty button is the same shape as the small heart on the punch also. I punched a small heart from Pretty in Pink card stock, glued it to the back of the bitty button, topped it with a rhinestone, and there you have it, a great embellishment! The ruffle trim at the top is also jazzed up with some rhinestones. Gotta love that bling!!

Supplies:
Card stock: Pretty in Pink ( 100459), Rich Razzleberry (115316), Whisper White (100730)
Ink: Whisper White craft stampin ink refill (101780)
Stamps: I {Love} Love Jumbo Stampin' Around Wheel
Other: Stampin' Around Jumbo Handle (103661), Uninked Jumbo Cartridge (103678), Rich Razzleberry 5/8" Satin Ribbon (119752), White Stampin' Emboss Powder (109132), Embossing Buddy (103083), Heat Tool (100005), Bitty Buttons (118761), Heart to Heart Extra Large punch (119881), Basic Rhinestones (119246), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Have a great weekend! And... I have to say it.... Go Steelers!! :) ~Jana

I Love Wheelies!

2011-01-25T14:03:00.000-05:00

Here is a technique that I learned at the Stampin' Up! Regional conference in Baltimore this past fall. I have been waiting to use it with the I {Love} Love Wheel, and here it is....

To duplicate this look,
1. Load the Stampin' Around Jumbo Handle with a cartridge of Real Red ink.
2. Line up the seam of the I {Love} Love jumbo wheel with the edge of the ink cartridge.
3. Using the Stampin' Around Wheel Guide, roll the wheel across the Real Red card stock using firm pressure.
4. Remove the wheel and ink cartridge. Clean the wheel.
5. Repeat using a cartridge of Whisper White ink. Line up the wheel as before, and ink over the previous image to create a shadow.

Supplies:
Card stock: Real Red, Basic Gray, Whisper White, Love Impressions Designer Series Paper
Ink: Real Red
Stamps: I {Love} Love Jumbo Stampin' Around Wheel, All Holidays
Other: Heart to Heart Extra-Large Punch, 1-3/8" x 5/8" Oval Punch, 1-3/4" x 7/8" Oval Punch, Scallop Oval Punch, 5/8" Whisper White Organza Ribbon, Stampin' Dimensionals.

Have a great day! ~Jana

Two Layer Fancy Favor Bag

2011-01-06T14:21:00.002-05:00

I haven't posted any new projects in a while, and thought I would share this Fancy Favor bag. I have a group that meets every other month to do some stamping, and this was one of the projects we made last night. The paper is from the new designer series paper called Springtime Village. It is in the new mini catalog. (If you didn't receive yours, send me an email, and I will get one to you!) It is soo pretty! I am drawn to the floral patterns right now---probably because it is so cold and snowy outside!!

I learned how to make this bag here, in a tutorial from Dawn Olchefske. She explains everything in her video!

Supplies:
Card stock: Not Quite Navy, Very Vanilla, Springtime Village Designer Series Paper (121782)
Ink: Not Quite Navy, Baja Blue, Pear Pizzaz
Stamps: Baby Blossoms clear mount (1222000), Occasional Quotes Hostess Set clear mount (120142)
Other: Fancy Favor Big Shot Die (115965), Big Shot (113439), Sticky Strip (104294), Crop-a-dile (108362), Very Vanilla 3/8" Taffeta Ribbon (109071), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430).

I am getting ready for my next Stamp Camp. If you are interested in attending, send me an email. We make 7-8 projects and have a great time in "creative therapy."

Leave your stamp on the world--and make it a good one!

Sweet Treat Turkey

2010-11-03T00:13:00.000-04:00

Every other Wednesday, I do a paper craft club at the middle school with my upline, Kim Peles. We take turns planning the project, and this is what I have planned for tomorrow. We have a great group of girls, and I can't wait to see what they think of this project. If you would like more information, let me know and I will post the details.

~Jana~

Halloween Glow-stick box

2010-10-28T23:42:00.000-04:00

Here is a little box made just for those great glow-sticks that hang from a string around your neck. I starting planning this box last year, and never quite got it together. However, after seeing the Wicked Cool stamp set and the pumpkin on a swap board at the Baltimore regional, I knew I had to use it with the box. The clear stamps make this project so easy....lay the punched pumpkin on your work space, place the clear stamps (the hat and feet) on top, positioning them above and below the pumpkin. Then press the clear block (I used the I block) on top of the stamps to adhere them to the block. Now, you can ink the stamps and stamp them onto the paper at the same time. Attach the punched pumpkin on top of the stamped hat and feet with dimensionals. I LOVE the clear stamps for projects like this! If you have any questions, send me an email.

Have a Happy Halloween!

~Jana~

Supplies:
Card stock: Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive DSP, Wicked Fun DSP
Ink: Black StazOn, Soft Suede (sponging on stamped pumpkin)
Stamps: Wicked Cool, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Other: Wide Oval punch, 5 Petal Flower Extra Large punch, Word Window Large punch, Modern Label Extra Large punch, Jewelry Tag Medium punch, Stamp'n Write markers-Old Olive and Basic Black, Old Olive 5/8" Satin Ribbon

I'm Still Here

2010-10-26T08:33:00.029-04:00

In case you have been wondering where I have been... well..... I don't know where to begin! In a nutshell, my dog ate my passport right before I was to leave for a trip to Europe, I was a complete wreck, flew to Philadelphia to get a new passport, finally got on the plane for our vacation, had a wonderful time in Poland and Prague, came home, got sick, went to a Stampin' Up conference in Baltimore (awesome!), spent waayy too much time putting together a program for the PIMBA marching band championships, still sick, finally went to the doctor, and now, here I am ready to show you some new projects that I have been working on!
As you know, this is a busy time of the year for crafting. There is so much to do--gift making, card making, decorating, and on and on... It's so exciting!! BUT, before I show you what I have been making, I have to show these cool cards I bought in Warsaw, Poland. I just love them, and would love to try making something similar.

Below is a card we made this past Sunday at my Stampin' Sunday get-together after the Steeler's game--of course we can't interfere with football! If you couldn't make it on Sunday, be sure to come the the next event.... the Holiday Stamp Camp on November 8th....email me for details! The Greeting Card Kids set is so much fun to color--I was one of those kids who loved coloring books! Here, I used the blender pens to pick up ink from the lid of the ink pads. I like this technique because it is a very easy way to give the image a watercolor appearance. I also like using the bat stamp from the Wicked Cool set to make a fantastic background. Everyone thought this was Designer Paper!

Have a wonderful day!
~Jana~

Supplies:
Card stock: Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Wicked Fun Specialty DSP, Whisper White, Basic Black
Ink: Black StazOn, Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry, Pumpkin Pie, Basic Grey
Stamps: Wicked Cool, Greeting Card Kids
Other: Blender pens, Chocolate Chip, Daffodil Delight, and Basic Black Stamp'n Write markers, Circle Scissor Plus, Scallop Oval Extra-Large punch, 1-3/4" x 7/8" Oval Large punch, Stamping Sponges, Basic Black 1/8" taffeta Ribbon

All Aflutter

2010-08-09T09:00:00.003-04:00

Here is one stamp you just can't do without. This little butterfly looks so realistic, and can be used in so many different ways. It is definitely a WOW! The butterfly was stamped using Black Staz-On ink onto white vellum paper, colored in with Stamp'n Write markers and cut out. Stamp another butterfly onto Very Vanilla, color in with Stamp'n Write markers and punch out using the Wide Oval punch. Glue the vellum butterfly to the card stock butterfly, leaving the wings unattached so they appear to "flutter." This was layered on top of linen thread, and a strip of More Mustard card stock (retired.) The background uses the grass stamp from the Inspired by Nature set. Finally, to give it the appearance of a bright, sunny day, I spritzed it with shimmer spray. I have made this card so many times this summer... this little butterfly has been fluttering everywhere! Contact me if you need stampin' supplies! Have a great day! ~Jana

Supplies:
Card stock: Very Vanilla, Garden Green, More Mustard, Vellum paper
Ink: Black StazOn, Garden Green
Stamps: All Aflutter, Inspired by Nature
Other: Big Shot, Top Note Die, Linen Thread, Stampin' Write markers (More Mustard, Pumpkin Pie, Soft Suede), Wide Oval Punch

Sweet Scoops Birthday Card

2010-08-07T18:23:00.006-04:00

Wow! I noticed my last blog entry was right before Memorial Day weekend. Summer began, and has been flying by in a whirlwind. Right now, my hubby and kids are outside playing volleyball, and I am sneaking a few moments on the computer. I have not been lost, just spending a lot of time with the kids. I love having them home in the summer, but it really makes my life extra busy--and cuts in to my stamping time!!

The card I want to share was one we made at Stamp Camp, and it is one of my favorites. This stamp set just shouts fun! If you like this card, don't miss the upcoming Stamp Camp on August 20. Contact me for details. It's always lots of fun! Have a great day! ~Jana

Supplies:
Card stock: Temtping Turquoise, Whisper White, Really Red, Island Oasis DSP
Ink: Tempting Turquoise, Really Red, So Saffron, Crumb Cake, Chocolate Chip
Stamps: Sweet Scoops,
Other: Scallop Square Bigz Clear Die, Big Shot, Perfect Details Texturz Plate, Really Red ribbon (retired)

A Notecard Gift Box

2010-05-21T09:07:00.008-04:00

Any shade of purple is my favorite color. So, I find myself often turning to Rich Razzleberry. This time, I have paired it with Orchid Opulence and the Cottage Wall Designer Series Paper and made this set of 3" x 3" notecards. They even have a matching box which will hold four cards and envelopes, making this a perfect gift to give to teachers at the end of the year.

Call me for all your stampin' supplies!

Have a great day! ~Jana

Supplies:
Card stock: Rich Razzleberry, Orchid Opulence, Whisper White, Cottage Wall DSP
Ink: Rich Razzleberry
Stamps: Circle Circues
Other: Rich Razzleberry Grosgrain ribbon, Corner Rounder, Scallop Circle Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch, 1" Circle Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals, Sticky Strip

It's Money for the Graduate!

2010-05-19T14:42:00.009-04:00

Here is a little money holder perfect for the graduating senior. I originally saw this concept on www.wonderhowto.com, but had to play around with my own dimensions to get it to work with the Go Graduate stamp set. It is so easy to put together. You will want to have a few of these on hand to slide some money into for a well-deserved gift.

You can see how the money fits right under the punched circle. At the bottom, I used the slit punch to keep the money in place. There is even room to add a sentiment or personal message to the grad.

To make the holder, cut card stock 7 x 7-1/2. With 7" side at ruler, score at 1/2" and 3-3/4". Place Sticky Strip along 1/2" flap and at bottom of 3-1/4" section. Fold along score lines and seal. The insert is 3-1/8" x 7-3/8".

The Go Graduate set is in the Occasions Mini Catalog right now. It is such a versatile set. Be sure to look at yesterday's post to see a completely different look with the same set.

Send me an email if you would like to have this set, or need any other Stampin' supplies.

Have a great day! ~ Jana

Supplies:
Card stock: Pumpkin Pie, Ballet Blue, Whisper White, Pawsitively Prints DSP
Ink: Black StazOn
Stamps: Go Graduate (120054),
Other: 1-3/4" Circle Punch, Slit Punch, Watercolor Pencils, Blender Pens, 1/2" Pumpkin Pie Striped Grosgrain Ribbon

Inspired by Katie

2010-05-18T09:13:00.004-04:00

This card was inspired by my daughter. She asked me if I could do a card in black and pink like a billboard that we pass frequently. So, in honor of Katie... here it is! I am loving these colors.. Pixie Pink and Basic Black. Wow! I know it is a girly Graduation card, but hey.. I'm a girl, and I love pink! Katie and I are planning to make a bunch of these for her friends that are graduating this year.
This was one of the cards we made at the Stamp Camp last night... I'll have another one next month, so if you want to come, send me an email, or give me a call. I'd love to see your smiling face stampin' with me!

Have a great day!~ Jana

Supplies:
Card stock: Whisper White (100730), Pixie Pink (105121), Basic Black (102851)
Ink: Whisper White craft (101731), Basic Black (101179)
Stamps: Go Graduate (120054), Tres Chic (109258)
Other: Basic Black 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon (115605), White Stampin' Emboss Powder (109132), Stampin' Dimensionals

Delft Blue Mother's Day, PPA39

2010-04-26T21:32:00.007-04:00

Here is my design for this week's Pals Paper Arts challenge. This week's challenge was to keep it simple.... which is not as easy as it seems!

I was reading that Delft Blue is a trend right now, so I decided to use that as my inspiration. The stamps in the Messages for Mom fit perfectly with the theme. I am loving this blue and white combo!

If you like this Messages for Mom stamp set, order now. The Occasions Mini catalog ends April 30th! Call or email me if you have any questions.

Thanks! ~Jana

Order online here

Card stock: Naturals White (102316), Brilliant Blue (100721)
Ink: Brilliant Blue (100691)
Stamps: Messages for Mom clear mount (118580), clear-mount block H (118490)
Other: Whisper White Organza ribbon (114319)

Felted Flowers

2010-04-05T15:58:00.004-04:00

I have always liked circle flowers. They are so simple to make and give a unique appearance to hand-crafted cards. Here, I punched three different-sized circles, then ran them over the edge of my bone folder with my thumb. After a few passes, the paper separated into two layers which were easily peeled apart to give me two separate circles. I layered these with the "fuzzy" side up to give some texture. A brad stuck through the center gives me instant flowers! If only gardening were so easy! Maybe this is why I have more paper flowers around my house than real ones!

The base of this card is made with So Saffron card stock layered with my favorite gingham paper from the Pawsitively Prints Designer Series paper. I used the Big Shot and the Top Note die to cut Old Olive card stock. On top of this, I layered a rectangle of Whisper White card stock stamped with the grass from the Inspired by Nature set. The bird is punched using the Two Step bird punch, and the sentiment is from the Well Scripted set in the Occasions Mini.

This is the last month to order from the Occasions Mini. If there is something in particular you have on your wish list, be sure to place your order before the end of the month. Let me know if you would like to schedule a workshop. You can earn the beautiful Awash With Flowers set free with a qualifying workshop. Check out my Stampin' Up! website to see this stamp set. In the meantime, if you need any stamping supplies, give me a call or send an email.

Thanks! ~Jana

Easter Basket

2010-04-02T12:49:00.005-04:00

I found this little Easter basket on Stampin' Fabulousity. Start with a 6 x 6 square of card stock, score at every 2 inches, cut in two sides opposite one another and shape to form a basket. The handle is 1/2" x 8" and attached with brads. I jazzed it up with some Tea Party Designer Series paper and flowers from the Eggcellent Eggs Kit in the Occasions Mini catalog. The "Happy Easter" is from the A Good Egg set and punched with the modern label punch. Do you see the teeth marks on the handle? Our dog, Bailey, decided it looked good enough to eat and stole it off the table!

Inside the basket, I stamped the Chocolate Bunny in Chocolate Chip craft ink, embossed it with clear embossing powder and cut it out. I also punched some wide oval eggs that were stamped with a stamp from A Good Egg set in Whisper White craft ink and embossed with white embossing powder.

Card stock: Certainly Celery, Tea Party DSP, So Saffron, Pretty in Pink, Chocolate Chip
Ink: Chocolate Chip craft, Whisper White craft
Stamps: Chocolate Bunny, A Good Egg
Other: Clear embossing powder, White embossing powder, Heat Tool, Soft Subtles brads, Eggcellent Eggs Kit, Modern Label punch, Wide Oval punch,

Have a wonderful Easter. God Bless! ~Jana

Thanks for Owl You Do

2010-04-01T21:26:00.008-04:00

Here is a card that I made for a swap at a Stampin Sisters demonstrator meeting. We have so much fun at these meetings. I had no idea when I joined Stampin' Up! as a demonstrator, that I would get to be a part of such an awesome group of women. We meet every other month to swap cards, share ideas and learn new techniques. I am always amazed at how talented everyone is! Thanks to these wonderful ladies, I come away inspired every time!

For the owl, punch two branches of Old Olive card stock with the two-step bird punch. Use the wings on this punch to make the top of the owl's head in Naturals Ivory. The eyes are a 1/2" circle of Whisper White with half of a Taken With Teal 1/2" circle as the eyelid. The center of the eye is a Basic Black hole punch. Punch a scalloped oval from Kraft, cut in half horizontally to make the wings. The body is a Kraft wide oval, a Naturals Ivory scalloped oval, and a Soft Suede small oval layered on top. The beak is a corner snipped from a 1 1/4" square of Pumpkin Pie. All pieces are sponged with Soft Suede ink and tapped with the Bitty Backgrounds stamp to give them some texture.

Let me know if you need any stamping supplies. ~Jana

Card stock: Not Quite Navy, Soft Suede, Kraft, Naturals Ivory, Old Olive, Taken with Teal, Pumpkin Pie, Basic Black Ink: Chocolate Chip
Stamps:Woodgrain, Teeny Tiny Wishes, Picture This (inside), Itty Bitty Backgrounds
Other: Two Step Bird punch, Scallop Oval punch, Small Oval punch, 1/2" Circle punch, 1 1/4" square punch, Word Window punch

Leprechaun's Hat Template

2010-03-14T15:43:00.005-04:00

I have had some requests for the template for the Leprechaun Hat. Here it is...

This is my first time posting a template. Be sure to let me know if you have any problems printing it. Thanks! ~Jana

PPA33 Leprechaun's Hat

2010-03-13T20:04:00.010-05:00

The Pals Paper Arts challenge this week is to use Garden Green, Certainly Celery and Kraft. With these colors, I just had to make something with a St. Patty's theme.

Here is how to make your own Leprechaun Hat card: Use Certainly Celery card stock to make a folded card, then cut a leprechaun's hat shape. (See this post for the template.) Sponge the edges of the hat with Certainly Celery ink. Make a hat band with Kraft card stock and ink edges with Soft Suede ink. To make the bow, run a strip of Garden Green through the Big Shot with the Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impression Folder. Form into a looped bow, and top with a Circle Designer Brad. The Garden Green shamrock is made by stamping the dotted heart from the I{heart} hearts set three times onto Whisper White card stock and cutting out. After adhering the hearts into a shamrock shape, use the small heart punch to add a another shamrock layer of Garden Green card stock. Use the wide oval punch to punch a sliver of Garden Green card stock into a stem. Finally, use a Garden Green stampin' write marker to ink "Happy St. Patrick's Day" from the Go Green stamp. (For the inside sentiment, ink the "Go Green" portion of the stamp.)

Let me know if you have any questions or need to order stampin' supplies.....Jana

Card stock: Certainly Celery, Kraft, Garden Green, Whisper White
Ink: Certainly Celery, Garden Green, Soft Suede
Stamps: I {heart} hearts, Go Green
Other: Circle Designer Brads

Daffodils and Sneak Peek

2010-03-12T08:34:00.010-05:00

Sneak Peek---upcoming Stamp Camp on March 22. Email me if you would like to come!

This stamp set will forever be a favorite of mine. When we purchased our house, we had no idea that the yard was filled with thousands of daffodil bulbs. Every year, I dig up and divide bulbs, and every year there are more and more!! Now, after making this card, I am really looking forward to their arrival!

Here, I used So Saffron card stock and stamped the daffodils from the Abundant Hope set in Whisper White Craft ink. The image was then embossed with white embossing powder to really make it pop against the background. See below for all of the images in this beautiful stamp set.

Let me know if you need any stampin' supplies. Have a great day! ~Jana

Card stock: So Saffron, Whisper White, Tea Party DSP
Ink: Whisper White Craft, So Saffron
Stamps: Abundant Hope, Well Scripted
Other: white embossing powder, heat tool, scallop oval punch, scallop border punch, Whisper White taffeta ribbon

Stamping with Shimmer Paint

2010-03-10T18:16:00.006-05:00

I have had so much fun experimenting with shimmer paint. I was happy to learn that all three types of shimmer paint will be in the next Idea Book and Catalog. Yay! I'm thinking every card could use a little shimmery glimmer!

This is just one of the many ways to apply shimmer paint to paper. I inked the stamp from Inspired by Nature in chocolate chip ink, then sponged champagne mist shimmer paint on top. Stamp the image onto your paper as you normally would and be amazed at the shimmery appearance. I love what the shimmer did to this simple layout.

The shimmer paint is not in the catalog now, but you can still order it... lucky you!

Champagne Mist Shimmer Paint -- 116806
Frost White Shimmer Paint -- 116854
Platinum Shimmer Paint -- 116807

Send me an email if you have any questions. Thanks for stampin' with me!

Card stock: Kraft, Old Olive, Chocolate Chip, Naturals Ivory
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Old Olive
Stamps: Inspired by Nature
Other: Cutter Kit, Stampin' Dimensionals

Punch Art Penguin

2010-03-02T09:57:00.004-05:00

I was cleaning in Andy's room and ran across this ornament that has been lingering around since Christmas. As soon as I saw it, I knew that I could "copy" it using my punches.

So... when I should be getting ready for a scrapbook/stamping retreat that I am going to this weekend, I came up with this cute little penguin.

He isn't attached to anything yet... I just placed him on top of some scraps I had on my desk. I plan to use him on a scrapbook page which I will show you when I have it completed.

Have a great day! I've got a lot of crafting to do this week. Check back to see what I've been working on! ~Jana

PPA31 Retro Sympathy Card

2010-02-27T15:14:00.009-05:00

I have never participated in the Pals Paper Arts challenges, but have really enjoyed following along. Some of the cards are absolutely stunning. I really liked the Inspiration Challenge for this week, so I thought I should give it a try.

I went with a retro look and used my extra large two-step bird punch for the first time. I can see this new punch being used in so many different ways. I can't wait to make Easter cards with it.

Send me an email if you have any questions or need Stampin' Up! supplies. Have a great weekend! ~Jana

Card stock: Whisper White, Basic Black, Sahara Sand, Real Red, Holiday Lounge Designer Series Paper
Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes
Ink: Basic Black
Other: two-step bird punch, Modern label punch, Basic Black stamp'n Write marker, Crop-a-dile, hole punch

Cute as a Bug

2010-02-25T19:52:00.012-05:00

A young family from our church welcomed a new baby into their home last week. I haven't been around newborns for a long time and was so excited to see her. I have also been waiting for the right occasion to use this stamp. It is so cute--perfect for a baby card!

I pulled out the sewing machine for this one. If you look closely, you can see the pink stitching around the edges of the floral paper from the Tea Party Designer Series Paper. This set of paper makes me think of spring--nice when it's a cold and dreary Pittsburgh day!

It really adds a nice touch to line the envelope flap with coordinating paper. It is as simple as cutting a piece of designer series paper the width of the envelope, adhering it to the flap-side of the envelope and trimming around the edge of the flap. You will need to use an adhesive to seal the envelope, but it is worth it...try it!

Stamps: Love Bug
Card stock: Pretty in Pink, So Saffron, Certainly Celery, Whisper White and Tea Party Designer Series paper
Ink: black Staz-on, Certainly Celery
Other: watercolor pencils, blender pens, Pretty in Pink taffeta ribbon, scallop punch

Make it "Fetching"

use watercolor pencils and a blender pen to add color to your stamped images
use Stampin' Up! card stock, Designer Series paper and inks to make sure everything coordinates beautifully.

Need to order supplies? Sale-a-bration ends March 31. Contact me to see how you can earn free products!

Belated Birthday

2010-02-24T09:06:00.011-05:00

For those of you who know me, it's no secret that I'm not very good at getting cards in the mail on time. Once again, I am mailing my brother's card late. I guess, the upside is that I can share it with you! Here is a more masculine version of a card using the On a Pedestal set-I normally use this set with pink! The ribbon is the polka-dot grosgrain ribbon that I have turned over to use the plain side (plus, I like the stitching on the reverse of the 3/4" real red ribbon!)

If you like making Birthday cards... give me a call. You will have a great time at my next Stamp Camp. Have a great day! ~ Jana

Card stock: soft suede, real red, whisper white

Stamps: On a Pedestal, Birthday Bliss (inside)

Ink: real red, soft suede, chocolate chip

Other: circle brad, 3/4" real red polka dot grosgrain ribbon, 1/2" soft suede polka dot grosgrain ribbon

First Post

2010-02-23T12:13:00.006-05:00

Hi! Thanks for checking out my new blog! After a lot of procrastinating, I have decided to give blogging a try... so here I am! You will have to bear with me as I learn what I need to know to make this look good. So, if you have any helpful hints, send them my way!

For today, I am sharing a card that we made at my Stamp Camp last month. I love this card, and made it again for our "Stamping Sisters" swap. I hope you like it too!

Have a great day~ Jana

Cardstocks: Very Vanilla, Garden Green, Basic Black, and Merry Moments DSP
Stamps: I {heart} hearts, and Go Green (inside) from Mini Occasions catalog
Ink: Garden Green Classic
Other: Very Vanilla Taffeta Ribbon, paper piercing tool, mat pack, ticket corner punch, garden green stampin' write marker